Symptoms
What is Menopause?
The menopause transition period, which is also known as perimenopause, is the period of time during which a woman moves beyond her childbearing years and enters menopause. Menopause itself is when a woman has not had a menstrual period for…
What is Subarachnoid Hemorrhage?
Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a type of stroke, or more specifically brain hemorrhage, in which there is bleeding on the surface of the brain. The bleeding occurs in a space between the layers of tissues that cover the brain, in…
What is Pediatric Pneumonia?
Pneumonia is an inflammation in one or both of the lungs that is almost always caused by a viral or bacterial infection.[1] The inflammation interferes with the body’s ability to deliver oxygen and remove carbon dioxide from the blood.[2] A…
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease characterised by inflammation of the joints, most commonly causing pain, swelling, and stiffness. The most common symptom of RA is fatigue, while other symptoms may include joint aches, poor circulation and stiffness, particularly in the morning. RA also often affects the skin, eyes, and/or lungs, and it can be accompanied by other conditions such as anemia and fatigue. There are a variety of treatments available to those diagnosed with RA, including lifestyle changes, medications, and in some cases, surgery. With proper treatment, those suffering from RA can often lead fairly normal lives.
What is Restless Legs Syndrome?
Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, is a chronic condition that causes strong, unpleasant feelings in the legs, resulting in an overwhelming need to move them. Moving the legs relieves the unpleasant sensations.[1][2][3] RLS is considered a…
What is Influenza Infection?
Influenza infection, also known as the flu, is a common viral infection of the airways that most often occurs in fall and winter. It can cause multiple symptoms, including fever, cough, a runny nose, and muscle aches.[1] Influenza can be…
What is the Human Herpesvirus (HHV)?
A herpesvirus family is a group of viruses that can infect both animals and humans. Over 130 species of herpes virus are known, but only eight of these are known to infect humans. These, collectively, are known as human herpesvirus,…
What is Pediatric Acute Otitis Media?
Acute otitis media is an infection of the middle ear. When children have this condition, it is known as pediatric (or childhood) otitis media. This is a very common childhood condition, especially in children younger than 5 years of age.…
What is Pneumonia?
Pneumonia is an infection of the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs, which inflames them and causes them to fill with fluid or pus. This interferes with the lungs’ ability to breathe and properly supply oxygen to the body, causing…
What is Trichomonas Vulvovaginitis?
Trichomonas vulvovaginitis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) of the vulva (external female genitals) and vagina. It is caused by a tiny parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. This condition mainly affects women between the ages of 16 and 35 years. It…
What Is Ischemic Stroke?
Ischemic stroke? Ischemic stroke occurs most often when a blood vessel supplying blood to the brain is blocked or obstructed by a blood clot or fatty deposit or any mix thereof. The brain relies on a constant supply of blood…
What is Anemia?
Anemia Anemia is the general name for a condition where the body either cannot make enough healthy red blood cells and/or has too little hemoglobin, the substance that enables red blood cells to transport oxygen around the body.[1] There are…